Deaths in South Florida: 6/30

Melissa T. Miller of Hollywood passed away June 25, 2019. Born December 31, 1956, she was pre-deceased by parents Sheldon J. and Ellen H. Tannen.Survived by husband Keith B. Miller; brother Richard Tannen; nephews R.J. and Christopher Tannen; sister-in-law, Virginia Irene Miller and brother-in-law William Robert DuPriest also aunts, uncles, and many beloved ones. Melissa was a caring and an exceptionally devoted wife for twenty-one years; she loved her family, especially her incredible friends and of course her animals. Born in New York City; Melissa came to South Florida to visit where she met her future husband Keith and never left. They were married shortly thereafter and lived the most wonderful life anyone could have dreamed of or wished for. Melissa loved fashion, clothing and shoes and always was impeccably attired. She was an excellent cook but loved fine dining even more. She traveled the world with her husband, but was just as happy at home, a home she and Keith supremely remodeled. She had a heart of gold, loved her circle of people and more importantly she constantly volunteered her time to help underprivileged women in so many wonderful ways. She will be forever remembered and her special qualities will be missed dearly by all who knew her. Gathering of family and friends on Sunday, July 7, 2019, at 2:00 PM, followed by a Celebration of Life service at 3:00 PM and a reception thereafter at the Landmark Funeral home, 4200 Hollywood Boulevard, Hollywood, FL 33021 Memorial donations may be made in Melissa's honor to the Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation or the American Lung Association.

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Gregory D. Forster, of Coral Springs Florida passed away Friday June 21, 2019 at his home. He was 66. Born August 4, 1952 in Allegheny County Pittsburgh, PA. Greg was a son of John S. Forster, Jr. and Dorothy J. Forster. Greg was a 1971 graduate of Englewood High School and a 1980 graduate of the University of North Florida, Jacksonville, Florida. Greg worked as a Counselor and Case Manager in the Mental Health Psychiatric Forensic Services field in Broward County. Greg helped take care of his Mother and was always very helpful to his family when needed. Survivors include two Brothers, Douglas R. Forster; Spencer S. Forster and his Wife Marian; three Nieces, Jacqueline S. Forster; Allison J. Forster; Emily G. Forster; one Nephew, John S. Forster IV. He was preceded in death by his Parents and a Brother, John s. Forster III. Private burial services are planned. Online condolences may be made at: www.HorizonFuneralCremation.com

Elizabeth (Betsy) Ann Walters died on June 26 at an assisted living home in Coral Springs, Florida. She was 75. The cause of death was heart failure. Born on October 26, 1943, Betsy was the daughter of Irene (Fisher) and Ransom Latour, of Burlington, Vermont. A 1961 graduate of Cathedral High School in Springfield, Massachusetts, and Stamford Hall School of Business in 1963 in Summit, New Jersey, Betsy put her talents to work as a clothing buyer for Kresge's Department Store in Newark, New Jersey, before entering the convent, the order of the Missionary Servants of the Most Blessed Trinity, taking the name of Sister Irene Marie, from 1964 to 1966, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. This was followed by a life-changing move to Stamford, Connecticut, where she put her exceptional organizational skills to work as a medical secretary in a "one-girl" office for three surgeons, including Dr. Frank Coughlin. This led to Betsy's adoption by Dr. Coughlin's whole family, friendships that have endured throughout her life. It was at Dr. Coughlin's office that she met the love of her life, David E. Walters, who soon went from patient to suitor. Betsy and Dave were married on May 17, 1969. Their marriage was blessed by the birth of two sons, David E. Walters, Jr., born on September 8, 1971, and Christopher W. Walters, on March 6, 1974. The family moved from CT to Portsmouth, Rhode Island, in 1976 and started building boats, first the Shannon Company, followed by Cambria Sailing Yachts. Betsy worked as a partner throughout these years, serving as Vice President and Office Administrator. In addition to her professional career, Betsy raised her family, and held numerous voluntary positions, including president of her sons' Elmhurst Elementary School parents' group, Assistant Den Leader for Pack 82, Boy Scouts of America, and headed up many committees for school social events. Betsy and Dave moved to Florida in 1991, and she lent her administrative skills to the family brokerage business, David Walters Yachts. As one of her boating world friends described her, Betsy was also a party person. From her youthful days with the Coughlin family, to her fabulous Christmas parties at her home in Fort Lauderdale, Betsy loved to bring her family and friends together and show them a good time. Betsy had many beautiful qualities and was exceptionally generous. She was always rich in friends, from every part of her life. Betsy was predeceased by her husband, David, in 2018; her brother, Ransom W. Latour Jr., in 2005; her father, Ransom W. Latour, in 1998; and her step-mother, Elizabeth Haney Latour, in 2000. She is survived by her son, David E. Walters, and wife Tina, of Coconut Creek, FL, her son, Christopher W. Walters, wife Kati, and grandchildren, Alex and Abigail Walters, of Atlanta, GA; her sisters, Mary Butler and husband Dan Hebert, of Troy, VT, Jane LaTour and husband Russell Smith, of New York, NY, and Susie Morin, of Springfield, MA; brothers-in-law Craig Walters, and wife Georgia, of Longboat Key, FL, and Kenneth Walters, of New Haven, CT, along with nephews and nieces.A mass and reception will be held at St. Sebastian Church, 2000 Marietta Ave., Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316, on Friday, July 19, at 11 a.m.A memorial service will be held at a later date, at the First Congregational Church, 108 Sound Beach Ave., Old Greenwich, CT, 06870, followed by internment.In lieu of flowers, donations can be sent to; Women in Distress of Broward County PO Box 676, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33302, 954-761-1133 or Trustbridge Hospice Care, 550 W. Cypress Creek Road, #370, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309, (954) 267-3840.Online tributes at: www.kraeerfairchild.com

Dudley "Duke" Dwight Johnston, age 70, of Dayton Mountain, passed away Friday morning June 28, 2019 at his home on Dayton Mountain. He was born on July 26, 1948 in Ft. Lauderdale, FL, the son of the late Dudley and Elisabeth (Von Der Grun) Johnston. Duke was a high school graduate of Ft. Lauderdale High School Class of 1966. He then earned his bachelor's degree at Florida State University. Duke was a police officer, then detective and after 25 years of service, he retired in 1990 from the Light House Point, Florida Marine Patrol. He comes from a family of police officers including his father, brother and uncle. Duke moved from Ft. Lauderdale, FL to Dayton Mountain in 1990 where he was the former owner and operator of the New Harmony Grocery and Deli and the former owner and operator of Multiple Stone Rock Quarry on Dayton Mountain. Duke enjoyed the outdoors and being in the woods.He is survived by his wife of 41 years, Renate (Grabke) Johnston of Dayton Mountain; his four daughters, Monika (Jay) Prestwood, Michelle (Steve) Kelley both of Soddy Daisy, Christina McMillin and Nicole Marler both of Dayton Mountain; his six grandchildren, Brynn McMillin, Nicholas Marler, Mitchell Kelley, Dylan Kelley, Peri Prestwood and Cole Prestwood; and his brother Robert "Bobby" (Julie) Johnston of Pompano Beach, FL.Funeral services for Duke will be held Monday evening at 7:00 p.m. in the funeral home chapel with Rev. John Fields officiating. He will be laid to rest in the Johnston Family Cemetery on Dayton Mountain.Please share your memories of Duke on his online guest register at www.vanderwallfh.com.The family is being cared for by the Vanderwall Funeral Home where they will receive friends Monday afternoon after 5:00 p.m.

Edward (Eddie) Michael Stulpin, 71, of Ft. Lauderdale, FL passed away unexpectedly on June 20, 2019.Eddie was born in McKeesport, PA on January 30, 1948 to the late Edward P. Stulpin and Erma J. (Popp) Stulpin. Eddie had a great sense of humor, full of sarcasm and was a force to be reckoned with. He loved Florida, the sun, and the ocean and will now forever be part of it. Eddie will be greatly missed by many friends from all over the country and his family in Omaha, NE that loved him very much. There are no services scheduled. Arrangements by Neptune Society Fort Lauderdale 954-771-3270

After a short-term illness, Marty passed away peacefully on June 12, 2019.Marty was born and went to school in Jackson MI and spent much time in East Lansing where he had many friends and loads of fun. He was an avid reader and a pretty fair golfer in his day.After "tolerating" the cold weather for "too long", he moved to Ft Lauderdale Florida. There he met and worked with a new group of friends who remained so throughout the years. He later moved to St. Thomas USVI where, among other things, worked for American Express - island hopping by ferry to service his clients, who always had a cold beer at the ready. After several years Marty returned to Florida and found employment at Winners World, Johnnies Rec Room and Four Corners Bingo where he was said to be extremely personable and very well liked. No surprise there. In his Mother's hand-crafted obituary in April 2016, she referred to Marty as "my one-of-a-kind son". And that he was. Marty always marched to his own drummer, had amazing charisma and a wicked sense of humor. Friends & family will have a great time swapping stories at a remembrance event at the Bushwhacker in Ft. Lauderdale soon. Preceding him in death were his father Albert Dowling, mother Patricia Dowling Gutekunst and brother Greggory Dowling. Staying behind, his loving sister Barbara (Barbie) Dowling Glickstein (Todd), his faithful friend Chuck Hall & many other friends who made Marty a wealthy man. We have and will continue to miss you.

Linda H. Day, 80, of Plantation passed away on June 17, 2019. She was born in Winston Salem, North Carolina. She was preceded in death by her husband, Fort Lauderdale Police Captain Owen Edgar Day. She is survived by her children Cheri Hall, Dana Day and Owen (Judy) Day, grandchildren Lee (Christine) Hall, Mason (Jessica) Day, Judith Rose Day, and her faithful canine companion, Scruffy, who along with Linda visited many people in hospitals, schools and Veterans centers & nursing homes offering canine companionship and unconditional love as a certified therapy dog team. Linda was known throughout animal circles as a talented dog obedience trainer and breeder. She loved "junking", crossword and jigsaw puzzles, gardening, and animals of all kinds. Friends and well-behaved, leashed dogs will be received by the family on Wednesday, July 10 from 3:00 - 7:00 PM at T.M. Ralph Plantation Funeral Home, 7001 NW 4 Street, Plantation, FL 33317. A Funeral Service will be held at 5:45 PM. In Linda's honor, memorial donations are requested to Canine Assisted Therapy, Inc., 1040 NE 45 Street, Oakland Park, FL 33334. catdogs.org For additional information, please visit tmralph.com 954-587-6888.

Joseph lost his fight with cancer June 17, 2019. He is survived by siblings Debra, Denice & Troy. Joseph was an avid reader, writer & poet whose words conveyed his reflections of the world around him. Gone too soon

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George J Hahn, age 101, of Delray Beach and Dutchess County NY, on June 25, 2019. A World War II veteran. Loving husband of Lucille and father of Robert.

Joseph lost his fight with cancer June 17, 2019. He is survived by siblings Debra, Denice & Troy. Joseph was an avid reader, writer & poet whose words conveyed his reflections of the world around him. Gone too soon.

Kenneth E. Behring passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on June 25, 2019. He was born on June 13, 1928 to Elmer and Mae (Priewe). He was raised in Monroe, Wisconsin, and attended Monroe High School followed by one semester at the University of Wisconsin. Ken was an outstanding high school football player and thoroughly enjoyed watching his sons and grandsons play football. He and his wife, Pat, were loyal to their high school and returned every five years to their reunion. They hosted an all-expenses-paid trip for their classmates to come to California to celebrate their 50th reunion.In 1949, Ken started Behring Motors and a career in the automobile dealership business becoming a millionaire by the age of 27. In 1956, he moved his family to Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, where he began a career in real estate, launching Behring Construction Company. In 1961, Ken Behring founded the bedroom community of Tamarac, Florida, which today has nearly 80,000 residents. By 1972, Behring had established himself as the largest builder in Florida, and the tenth largest builder in the United States. That same year he moved to the San Francisco Bay area, and would go on to build the golf community, Blackhawk Country Club (where he has resided until his passing) and the community at Canyon Lakes, in San Ramon, California. In addition, he helped build the Summerset communities in Brentwood and Rio Vista, California.Ken was an avid sportsman who enjoyed hunting and fishing worldwide. He loved taking his sons and friends on fishing trips and, somehow, always managed to catch the largest fish – including a 1,050-pound Marlin. Following his passion for football from his youth, in 1988 he purchased the Seattle Seahawks football team in a hand-shake deal and owned the team until 1997. Ken also loved to travel and visited over 130 countries. He became friends with countless world leaders over the years including Nelson Mandela, King Juan Carlos of Spain and Vicente Fox. We affectionately referred to him as the "Global Ambassador for the United States".Ken was a dedicated philanthropist. Early in his career, he and his wife, Patricia, founded programs to award outstanding teachers and educators in Florida. In 1988, Behring opened the world-renowned Blackhawk Auto Museum. The Behring family has supported numerous national and global projects including; the renovation of the Smithsonian Institution's Hall of Mammals and Natural History Museum, the Price of Freedom and American Presidency exhibitions at the Smithsonian Institution's Museum of American History and the establishment of the Behring Center, noted at the time as the largest personal gifts ever made to the Smithsonian, for which he received the James Smithson Award. The Principal Leadership Institute at the University of California, Berkeley, and the Kenneth E. Behring Center of Educational Improvement for which he received the Chancellor's Citation in 2001. Over 600 school leaders have benefited from this program. For a decade Ken was also the largest benefactor of Natural History Day, in which over 600,000 students participate each year.Ken was recognized by many organizations for his business success and philanthropy. He received honorary doctorates from Brigham Young University and John F. Kennedy University as well as from Universities in China. He was a member of the California Homebuilding Foundation Hall-of-Fame, the Bay Area Sports Hall-of-Fame, the Rotary Arch Klumph Society and the American Academy of Achievement. In 2000, Behring founded Wheelchair Foundation, which has provided 1,100,000 wheelchairs to the disabled and less fortunate in 155 countries worldwide. He would later establish WaterLeaders to provide clean water in rural areas of the world and Operation Global Vision to perform cataract surgeries in Asia and Mexico. In 2010 he formed Behring Global Educational Foundation as an umbrella organization supporting his, and other, philanthropic projects including, National History Day, Global Natural History Day and the International Museums Project which assists with the building and development of Natural History museums worldwide, including over 40 museums in China. Lately, Mr. Behring has dedicated his time to developing new exhibits at Blackhawk Museum in Danville, California, including The Spirit of the Old West, Art of Africa and The Wonderful World of Nature. Ken is survived by his wife of over 69 years, Pat, sons: Tom (Malissa), David (May), Jeff (Jane) and Scott (Jeanna), Ken's oldest son, Michael, preceded him in death. Ken also leaves 10 grandchildren: Renee, John (Melissa), Colin (Elizabeth), Jessica, Kyle, Stephanie, Chris, Brandon, Patrick and Elizabeth (Dominic), and two great-grandchildren: Luke and Ethan. A Celebration of Life for Kenneth E. Behring will be held on Wednesday, July 31st at 4:00pm at the Blackhawk Museum. Casual attire is encouraged.In lieu of flowers or gifts, please make contributions in Ken's memory to either Wheelchair Foundation or the Blackhawk Museum Education Transportation Fund. www.wheelchairfoundation.org www.blackhawkmuseum.org

Douglas Alan Taylor, age 66, passed away on Wednesday, June 26, 2019 in Sebring, Florida. He was born on February 2, 1953 in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida to the late Gwin and Sue (Chafin) Taylor. He had been a resident of Sebring since 2005 coming from Ft. Lauderdale and worked for Bellsouth. Douglas loved the ocean, riding his bike, reading, music, the outdoors and was a very intelligent man. He also loved his dogs, Maggie and Marlow. Douglas is survived by his Wife, Susan Taylor of Sebring, FL; Daughter Jessica Oster of Coral Springs, FL; Brothers, Michael Taylor; Steven Taylor; Gregory Taylor; Grandson, Tyler Oster. A memorial service will be held Saturday, June 29, 2019 at Stephenson-Nelson Funeral Home in Sebring from 10:00am to 12:00pm. Cremation Arrangements entrusted to: Stephenson-Nelson Funeral Home, 4001 Sebring Parkway, Sebring, FL 33870 Online condolences may be left at: www.stephensonnelsonfh.com

November 1, 1939 - June 27, 2019 "For I am already being poured out like a libation, and the time of my departure is at hand. I have fought the good fight; I have run the good race; I have kept the faith. From now on the crown of righteousness awaits me, which the Lord, the just judge, will award to me on that day, and not only to me, but to all who have longed for his appearance. " 2 Timothy Chapter 4:6-8 Colleen was born in Spokane, Washington on November 1, 1939. She was the only child of the marriage of Margaret Bedard (Peg) and Willard Linehan. After graduation from high school, she went to college at the University of Oregon and was a member of Alpha Gamma Delta Sorority. Colleen attended the School of Social Work at St. Louis University and graduated with a Masters Degree in Social Work in May 1965. It was there that Colleen met and married Paul A. Gore, Sr. on August 31, 1963. The couple then moved to Indiana, where Paul attended law school at the University of Notre Dame and Colleen worked as a social worker at Family & Children's Center in Mishawaka, Indiana. In 1968 the family moved to Ft. Lauderdale, Florida and Colleen dedicated herself to work for the Association for Retarded Citizens and the Henderson Clinic. While raising her children, she earned a second Masters Degree in Education from Florida Atlantic University and initiated and ran the Parish Outreach Center for the Catholic community of St. Andrew. She enjoyed a long career in public education, eventually becoming the Guidance Director at Coral Springs Middle School and closed her education career as a school counselor at C.W. Flanagan High School. She was devoted to her students, peer counseling, and her work with Marriage Encounter of South Florida, pre-marital counseling for couples planning marriage in the Catholic Church, and advocacy for the Miami Archdiocese Tribunal. Colleen was a fun-loving spirit who never passed up an opportunity to travel the world with family and friends. Colleen is survived by her husband of 56 years, Paul Anthony Gore, Sr. and three children: Paul A. Gore, Jr., Timothy T. Gore, and Christine Gore Masi (Joseph). She has one grandchild, Kayden Masi. For information on a private memorial service call Paul A. Gore at 406-587-2001. Condolences and memories may be shared with the family at www.dahlcares.com.